Simple Steamed Artichokes

These steamed artichokes are delicious and light, perfect for an appetizer. Dip the leaves in melted butter or mayonnaise.

Step: 1

Cut stem from artichokes and discard, making sure the bottom of each artichoke is flat. Cut top 1 inch (or so) of the artichoke and discard. Snip the thorny ends from each artichoke leaf with a pair of kitchen scissors.

Step: 2

Fill the bottom of a pot with a couple of inches of water, adding garlic, lemon juice, and bay leaf to the water. Place a steamer basket in the pot, making sure that the water does not flow over the bottom of the steamer basket.

Step: 3

Place the artichokes in the basket, resting on the flattened bottoms.

Step: 4

Bring water to a boil, cover the pot, and cook until the leaves can be easily pulled from the artichoke, 20 to 30 minutes.

Per Serving: 65 calories; protein 4.3g; carbohydrates 14.7g; fat 0.2g; sodium 120.7mg.

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